Afol Information
Afol is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule, Injection, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Megaloblastic Anemia, Nutritional Deficiency. Other than this, Afol has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Afol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Afol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Afol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Afol is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Afol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Afol related warnings section.
Afol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Afol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Afol have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Afol, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Afol Benefits & Uses
Afol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Afol Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult(Male) |
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| Adult(Female) |
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Afol Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Afol is used -
Severe
- Anaphylactic reaction
- Bronchospasm
Moderate
- Confusion
- Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
- Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
- Erythema
Mild
- Rash
- Skin redness
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Diarrhoea
Afol Related Warnings
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Is the use of Afol safe for pregnant women?
Afol is safe to take during pregnancy.
Safe -
Is the use of Afol safe during breastfeeding?
Afol is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Afol on the Kidneys?
Afol does not damage the kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Afol on the Liver?
Afol is completely safe for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Afol on the Heart?
Afol is not harmful for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Afol with Other Drugs
Afol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
Afol Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Afol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Pernicious Anemia
- Kidney Disease
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Afol
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Is this Afol habit forming or addictive?
Afol does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Afol will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Afol only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Afol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Afol Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Afol
Taking Afol with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Afol
Information about the interaction of Afol and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 609-611
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 609-611
